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Swindon to Carnforth trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Swindon and Carnforth takes 5h 44m and the fastest train takes 4h 12m. There is a train service every few hours from Swindon to Carnforth. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 44m
Duration
248 mi
Distance
£114
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Swindon to Bristol Parkwaytrain train
  2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Birmingham New Streettrain train
  3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Lancastertrain train
5h 20m
£92–155

Swindon to Carnforth train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Swindon and Carnforth. The earliest departure is at 12:01 AM at night, and the last departure from Swindon is at 11:50 PM which arrives into Carnforth at 10:23 AM. All services require a transfer at Bristol Parkway and take an average of 5h 44m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited10h 51m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited10h 33m • 3 changes

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 50m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 46m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 18m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 46m • 3 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited10h 22m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 50m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 46m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 18m • 3 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited10h 22m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 50m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 46m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 18m • 3 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited10h 22m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 50m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 46m • 3 changes

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 18m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Swindon to Carnforth? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 247.8 mi
  • Duration: 5h 44m

What companies run services between Swindon, England and Carnforth, England?

You can take a train from Swindon to Carnforth via Bristol Parkway, Birmingham New Street, and Lancaster in around 5h 20m.

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